On Monday, BBC News reported figures from the Home Office which said a total of 933 migrants crossed the Channel in small boats in January. Guardiola said: “People who have to do that, run away from their countries, go to sea and then get on a boat to be saved – don’t ask if he’s […]
The Tories have demanded that the vetting process for Mandelson’s ambassadorial role be revealed Peter Mandelson
Keir Starmer could be forced to reveal confidential vetting documents from Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador, with the Tories set to trigger an extraordinary Commons vote to force their release. Labor MPs have indicated they are not prepared to oppose a Conservative motion – known as a humble address – which would reveal details […]
New York to create a team of legal observers to document ICE raids | New York
New York is creating a team of legal observers who will don purple vests to monitor and record Trump administration immigration enforcement officials as they seek to detain and deport migrants, the state’s attorney general said Tuesday. The announcement follows weeks of sometimes violent unrest in Minneapolis, where Donald Trump has deployed thousands of armed, […]
Netflix co-CEO grilled by US senators over Warner Bros Discovery merger | Netflix
Netflix’s co-chief executive Ted Sarandos faced tough questions about whether the streamer is “really awake” or killing competition on Tuesday afternoon during a congressional hearing focused on the pending acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery’s film and streaming assets. The hearing was held by the Senate subcommittee on antitrust, competition policy, and consumer rights. Bruce Campbell, […]
Jill Biden’s ex-husband is accused of killing his wife
The former first lady was married to William Stevenson for five years in the 1970s. Source link
Trump’s praise of ‘legendary’ US attack on Mexico sparks fury across the border | Donald Trump
A message from Donald Trump The celebration of the 19th century US invasion of its southern neighbor – and the subsequent loss of more than half of its territory – has touched a historical nerve in Mexico, with it being seen as a hidden threat for future invasions. Reacting to the US president’s statement, which […]
Spain has announced plans to ban social media for under-16s
Under the changes, social media platforms must have effective age verification systems, “not just check boxes, but real barriers that work,” the prime minister explained, in a possible reference to loopholes used by Australian children to bypass checks – including using an adult’s photo. Source link
Bus driver fired for punching thief protected me, says robbery victim
Kartalin Kaszas is grateful to bus driver Mark Hehir for intervening in a “terrible” situation. Source link
Police are investigating Mandelson over claims he leaked information to Epstein
In a statement on Wednesday evening, Met Police Commander Ella Marriott said: “Following the further release of millions of court documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein by the US Department of Justice, the Met has received numerous reports of alleged misconduct in public office including a referral from the UK government. Source link
Police are investigating the allegation that Epstein’s second victim was sent to the UK for sex with Andrew
The encounter is said to have happened at the residence of the former prince, the Royal Lodge, in 2010. Source link
